About the Mekong class
Generic naming for the Western-branded Mekong vessels: AmaDara, Avalon Saigon, Avalon Siem Reap, Scenic Spirit. Adapted from the European Suite-Ship template with shallow draft for the river's low-water season.
The Mekong hull is operated by 3 operators in the river-cruise market. Across the class, 4 vessels have been delivered, the first in 2015 and the most recent in 2018. Each ship in the list below has its own profile page with deck plan, cabin categories and current itineraries.
Operators of the Mekong class
Founded 2004
Avalon Waterways
Suite Ships with beds that face the river.
Founded 2008
Scenic Luxury Cruises
All-inclusive Space-Ships with butler-served suites.
Founded 2014
Emerald Cruises
Star-Ships with an indoor pool that converts to a cinema.
Full fleet — every Mekong in service
| Ship | Cruise line | Launched |
|---|---|---|
| Avalon Siem Reap | Avalon Waterways | 2015 |
| Scenic Aura | Scenic Luxury Cruises | 2016 |
| Emerald Harmony | Emerald Cruises | 2017 |
| Avalon Saigon | Avalon Waterways | 2018 |